Betty Bangles

Betty Bangles Betty Bangles is one of South Africa's top drag artists and has been entertaining audiences for the past 25 years.

She co-hosted The Casper Radio Show with Casper de Vries and in 2017 made history with her own drag reality show on Afrikaans Television!

Be Silly, Be Crazy, Be Different, Be Fun, Be You!
18/07/2026

Be Silly, Be Crazy, Be Different, Be Fun, Be You!

I wanted to share what went down and how I got the perfect photo on The Great Wall of China.When I started planning my C...
31/05/2026

I wanted to share what went down and how I got the perfect photo on The Great Wall of China.
When I started planning my China trip I knew I wanted a pic on The Great Wall of China. Around the same time from Rupaul's Drag Race shared on her Instagram how they were blocked and refused to take photos in full drag on the Great Wall. My heart sank but I thought I'm still going to try.
I emailed the customer service at the Great Wall and explained what I wanted to do and if it would be allowed. I also expressed my concerns and that I don't want to offend their culture. Within a day I got a reply saying it is totally fine and they would "love to welcome me" as long as my outfit is respectful and not religious or political.
Finally the day arrived! The plan was to get up at 4AM to get in drag, leave the hotel at 6AM so I could arrive at the Great Wall when they open at 7:30AM so I could have the Wall to myself to get the perfect photo... It worked!
Nervously,I was met by security with confused but friendly faces, scanned my passport and got on the chairlift to ascend the Great Wall of China! For those who know, getting off a chairlift is never graceful and a floor length gown does not help. I was laughing so much and the lift operators was laughing even harder. Not at me, but with me! Everyone was so lovely.
I climbed a few stairs and stepped onto the Great Wall of China for the first time in my life, in full drag! It was such a surreal experience and one I will remember for the rest of my life.
After a few photos it started to get busy and I got out of drag. I was wearing shorts and a Tshirt underneath the dress. I wiped my face and stuffed Betty in my backpack and hiked the rest of the wall.
Afterwards I sent them another email just to say thank you and included a few photos. They responded with the sweetest email, thanking me and even told me I looked fabulous.
I'm not saying my experience will be or is everyone's experience. All I'm saying is everything is not always as it seems. China is a conservative country in many ways but it doesn't mean that acceptance doesn't exist. The world is changing, slowly but surely.

I had a dream.......Every time I travel, I take a photo in drag at an iconic spot on that country. Never in my wildest d...
16/05/2026

I had a dream.......
Every time I travel, I take a photo in drag at an iconic spot on that country. Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would stand in full drag on the Great Wall of China!
👗: Thank you for bringing my vision to life
📸: Best travel photographer ever
💇🏼‍♀️: Updo by

Lights, Camera.... Bedtime!
24/04/2026

Lights, Camera.... Bedtime!

A few moments from our "Hey Felicia!" show.
15/03/2026

A few moments from our "Hey Felicia!" show.

Our first "Hey Felicia" show was a hoot with these fabulous gals, don't miss out on the next show on 14 March, get your ...
05/02/2026

Our first "Hey Felicia" show was a hoot with these fabulous gals, don't miss out on the next show on 14 March, get your tickets from www.thetaproject.co.nz

Wishing you a year filled with promise and opportunity, where every moment brings you closer to your aspirations and pea...
31/12/2025

Wishing you a year filled with promise and opportunity, where every moment brings you closer to your aspirations and peace.
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Ek wens vir jou 'n jaar vol belofte en geleenthede toe, waar elke oomblik jou nader bring aan jou aspirasies en vrede.

Warmest wishes to you and your family this Christmas!
24/12/2025

Warmest wishes to you and your family this Christmas!

06/12/2025

Had so much fun doing this show.

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